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Jake is currently accepting custom inquiries and flash bookings for the upcoming season.

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BOOKS OPEN

Jake is currently accepting custom inquiries and flash bookings for the upcoming season.

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Accepting Custom & Flash Projects

Illustrative tattooing
built to last a lifetime.

Custom illustrative, bold blackwork, and neo-traditional tattoo art designed specifically for your body. No chaotic DMs. No endless waiting. Just clean lines, a safe studio space, and a streamlined booking process.

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100%Vegan Ink & Products

PrivateQuiet Studio Environment

AutonomySafe & Inclusive Space

Selected Studio Highlight

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Close-up of a detailed botanical thigh piece tattoo representing bramble and rose

Fine-Line Illustrative

The Bramble & Rose

Status: Healed 12 months

Recent works from the studio

Every piece is custom-tailored to flow naturally with the contours of the body. Saturated blacks, intentional line weights, and clean healing.

[ THE PROCESS ]

How we build your tattoo.

Getting a tattoo should not feel like an exclusive club. My process is simple, structured, and entirely transparent from the first sketch to the final heal.

01THE INQUIRY

Submit Your Concept.

Use the structured booking form on this site to share your idea, preferred placement, size, and reference photos. This takes under 5 minutes and eliminates messy email chains.

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02THE DEPOSIT

Lock Your Date.

I review your request within 48 hours. If the project matches my artistic style, I will send over open calendar dates and a secure link to pay your non-refundable deposit.

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03THE DESIGN

Crafted for Your Skin.

Your design is custom-drawn specifically for your body shape. I do not send designs out early to prevent digital theft, but we will review the artwork together on the morning of your session and make any micro-adjustments on the spot.

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04THE SESSION

A Calm, Sterile Space.

We tattoo in a private, highly sterile, welcoming environment. No high-stress shop attitudes. Just focus, comfort, and premium craftsmanship.

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[ PHILOSOPHY & STANDARDS ]

A safe space for permanent art.

Your body belongs entirely to you. My studio operates under strict principles of bodily autonomy, absolute inclusivity, and clinical safety. Every skin tone, body type, and gender identity is celebrated and respected here. I use only single-use, sterile equipment and premium vegan inks to ensure your experience is as safe as it is artistic.

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"Working with Jake was completely different from my past tattoo experiences. The studio was clean and quiet, he explained every step, checked in on my pain levels constantly, and the line work is absolutely flawless. I felt completely safe and respected throughout."

— Maya R., custom shoulder piece client

Jake Llewellyn's sterile, professional tattoo studio space with premium equipment

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// portfolio

A gallery of permanent intentions.

Every line is drawn to last. Filter my recent works by style to see how different techniques translate to the skin. All photos are shown with realistic lighting, clear line-work details, and a mix of fresh and fully healed pieces.

A heavy blackwork tattoo of a ram skull surrounded by delicate wood anemone flowers, positioned on a client's sternum with crisp contrast.

Healed (1 Year)

Bold Blackwork

"The Offering"

Placement:Sternum / Ribs

An elegant, fine-line botanical fern tattoo wrapping gently around the outer calf muscle, showing soft shading and precise lines.

Healed (6 Months)

Fine-Line Illustrative

"Ostrich Fern"

Placement:Outer Calf

A vibrant neo-traditional sacred heart tattoo featuring rich ochre flames, deep crimson velvet textures, and bold outer linework.

Fresh

Color Neo-Traditional

"Sacred Flame"

Placement:Upper Arm

A dark blackwork stag beetle tattoo on a forearm with dense black fill and delicate dot-work texture highlighting the shell.

Healed (2 Years)

Bold Blackwork

"Stag Beetle"

Placement:Forearm

An illustrative hourglass tattoo featuring celestial details, crescent moons, and fine stippling to represent falling sand.

Fresh

Fine-Line Illustrative

"The Astronomer's Hourglass"

Placement:Inner Thigh

A neo-traditional chest tattoo of a barn owl in flight, holding a key in its talons, with warm autumn colors and bold framing.

Healed (18 Months)

Color Neo-Traditional

"The Barn Owl"

Placement:Chest Panel

Ready to discuss your own design? Let’s build something custom.

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// Ready to Claim

Pre-drawn flash ready for its permanent home.

Flash designs are pre-drawn pieces that I am highly passionate about tattooing. These pieces are tattooed exactly as drawn, with minimal changes (minor size or placement adjustments only). Booking flash is faster, requires less admin work, and has a fixed, transparent price range.

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[ Available ]

ID: COMPASS-01

Bold Blackwork

The Sunken Compass

Min Size:6 inches (Best suited for forearms, calves, or shoulders)

Price Range:$400 - $500

Deposit:Requires $100

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[ Pending Deposit ]

ID: DAGGER-03

Color Neo-Traditional

Dagger & Peony

Min Size:7 inches (Best suited for outer thigh or upper arm)

Price Range:$550 - $700

Deposit:Pending

[ Available ]

ID: LUNA-02

Fine-Line Illustrative

Skeletal Luna Moth

Min Size:5 inches (Perfect for sternum, upper back, or inner arm)

Price Range:$350 - $450

Deposit:Requires $100

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[ Tattooed ]

ID: SHEARS-04

Fine-Line Illustrative

The Herbalist's Shears

Min Size:5 inches

Price Range:$300

Deposit:Retired Design

Have a custom design concept in mind?

If none of these pre-drawn pieces fit your vision, I would love to design a bespoke piece matching your body flow, size parameters, and concept notes.

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Jake Llewellyn tattooing in a clean, private studio space

[ JAKE LLEWELLYN ]EST. 2018

Meet Your Artist

Intentionally drawn.
Meticulously applied.

I believe that a tattoo is more than just an image on skin—it is a permanent alteration of your home. My journey began in fine-art illustration and printmaking, which heavily influences my approach to tattooing. I specialize in high-contrast illustrative blackwork, woodcut engraving styles, and saturated neo-traditional color work designed to age beautifully over decades.

My practice is built on a foundation of respect, safety, and clear communication. I want to remove the gatekeeper culture from the tattoo industry. Whether this is your first tattoo or your fiftieth, you will receive my complete focus, a quiet and private environment, and a piece of art crafted specifically for the body you live in.

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[ Studio Standards ]

Clean lines, sterile spaces, safe practices.

Before booking your session, please read through my standard studio policies. These are designed to ensure your physical safety and respect our mutual time.

The Deposit Policy

Securing our creative time together

✓All bookings require a non-refundable deposit ($100 for flash, $150 for custom pieces).
✓The deposit is applied directly to the final cost of your tattoo on the day of your session.
✓If you need to reschedule, you must notify me at least 48 hours before your appointment.
✓Failure to notify within 48 hours results in deposit forfeiture; a new deposit will be required to rebook.

Inclusivity & Safe Space

Your body, your autonomy, respected

✓My studio is an intentionally safe, inclusive environment for all races, body types, gender identities, abilities, and orientations.
✓No discriminatory language, behavior, or imagery is tolerated under any circumstances.
✓Specific accommodations (wheelchair access, low-sensory setup, frequent pain breaks) can be requested on your booking form.

Sterile & Vegan Standards

Clinical safety paired with ethical tools

✓I use hospital-grade autoclave sterilization and strictly single-use, medical-grade disposable needles.
✓All inks, stencils, glides, skin preps, and aftercare products used in the studio are 100% vegan and cruelty-free.
✓Cleanliness is absolute. We exceed all local health department standards to ensure zero risk.

[ Preparation Guide ]

How to prepare for your session.

A great tattoo is a collaborative effort. How you prepare your body has a massive impact on your pain tolerance and how well your skin accepts the ink.

The Night Before

1Get at least 7-8 hours of solid sleep to help manage your body's adrenaline response.
2Do not drink alcohol. Alcohol thins your blood, increases bleeding, dilutes the ink, and complicates healing.
3Drink plenty of water to hydrate your skin from the inside out, making it much more receptive to the needle.

The Day Of

1Eat a clean, heavy meal 1-2 hours before your session. High blood sugar prevents lightheadedness.
2Wear comfortable, loose clothing that allows easy, clean access to the designated tattoo area.
3Bring a water bottle, sugary snacks (fruit, candy, or juice), and headphones if you prefer to zone out.

Numbing Creams

1If you plan to use a prescription numbing cream, you must notify me in advance.
2Some chemical creams alter skin texture and elasticity, affecting how the skin holds ink.
3We will discuss safe application timelines to ensure your final design remains flawless.

[ Aftercare Protocol ]

Caring for your new tattoo.

I do my best work in the studio—the rest is up to you. Follow this simple guide to ensure your tattoo heals bright, clean, and sharp.

The Fresh Wound

Timeline: Day 1 - 3

Follow closely

The first 72 hours are critical for setting the foundation of a clean heal and preventing early infections.

Crucial Steps:

Leave your protective film (Saniderm) on for 24 hours (up to 4 days), unless it leaks fluid or peels back to expose raw skin. If it leaks, remove immediately.

Wash gently with warm water and an unscented, antibacterial liquid soap (like Dial Gold). Use clean hands only—no washcloths.

Pat dry with a clean, single-use paper towel. Do not rub. Let it air dry for 10 minutes.

Apply an incredibly thin layer of Aquaphor or dedicated tattoo ointment. Skin should look slightly damp, never greasy or wet.

Ready to collaborate on some permanent art?

My books are structured to prevent chaotic back-and-forth messaging. Drop an official inquiry to secure a secure date.

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Books Open

Begin your
tattoo journey.

Please fill out this form completely. The more precise details you provide about your concept, placement, size, and budget, the faster we can approve your project and lock in your date. I review all submissions on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Key Booking Terms

01.All bookings require a non-refundable deposit ($100 for flash, $150 for custom pieces) to secure your date.
02.We require at least 48 hours notice to reschedule without forfeiting your deposit.
03.Designs are shown on the morning of your session. We adjust details together in the private studio.

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Progress Outline

1Contact Details

2Project Classification

3Concept & Placement

4Scheduling Preferences

5Agreements & Submission

[ 05 / Support & Dialogue ]

Answers to your burning questions.

Everything you need to know about pricing, touch-ups, policies, and more before you get under the needle.

Ready to Book? Submit Inquiry →

My tattoos are priced either by a flat piece rate (for pre-drawn flash) or an estimated hourly rate of $180/hour for large custom sessions. When I review your custom booking inquiry, I will provide an estimated price range (e.g., $500 - $700) based on the size, detail density, and placement. The final price will never exceed the high end of that estimate unless we make major, unscheduled design changes on the day of the session.

Direct Line

Still have questions? Drop a line.

If you have questions regarding guest spots, artistic collaborations, or media inquiries, please use the form below. For booking requests, please use the primary Booking Inquiry form.